JIPMER Project Recruitment 2026: Research Scientist, Technical Support, Program Manager and Other Posts in Puducherry
Good news for science and public health graduates! Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry has invited applications for 5 project posts on contract. The posts are Project Research Scientist I (Non-medical), Project Technical Support III (MSW), Scientist B, Program Manager and Project Technical Officer. Each post has one seat. Pay goes up to Rs 94,995 per month. If you are looking for government jobs in Puducherry in tuberculosis research, this is a good chance.
There is no online portal here. You must email the filled application form with your CV and documents by 17 October 2026, 1.00 pm. The interview date is 23 October 2026, so the gap is short. This article from GovtJobsAlert.in explains each post, the qualification, age limit, pay and the exact email format JIPMER wants. Read it fully before you send anything, because a wrong format can get your application rejected.
JIPMER Project Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
All five posts are under research projects run by Dr Sonali Sarkar, Department of Preventive and Social Medicine. The projects are funded by outside agencies like ICMR, BIRAC and CRDF Global (USA), and the work is mainly on tuberculosis.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | JIPMER, Dhanwantri Nagar, Puducherry |
| Advertisement No. | JIP/PSM/INDO-USTB/NP/2026/123 |
| Advertisement Date | 05 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 5 (one per post) |
| Nature of Job | Contract, for the project period only |
| Pay | Rs 28,000 + 20% HRA to Rs 94,995 per month |
| Job Location | JIPMER Puducherry; Project Technical Officer at NIRT, Chennai |
| Mode of Applying | By email |
| Last Date | 17 October 2026 (1.00 pm) |
| Interview Date | 23 October 2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are There in JIPMER Project Posts 2026?
| Post | Project and Funding Agency | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist I (Non-medical) | TB screening study (ICMR, New Delhi) | 1 |
| Project Technical Support III (MSW) | TB screening study (ICMR, New Delhi) | 1 |
| Scientist B | TB-induced cachexia study (BIRAC, India) | 1 |
| Program Manager | RePORT International Coordinating Center, RICC 3.0 (CRDF Global, USA) | 1 |
| Project Technical Officer | RePORT India Common Protocol, Phase II (CRDF Global, USA) | 1 |
| Total | 5 |
Please note one important point. The Project Technical Officer will work at NIRT, Chennai, not at the JIPMER campus in Puducherry. Apply for it only if you are ready to work in Chennai.
Since every post has only one seat, the real competition happens at shortlisting. Pick the post whose essential qualification you clearly meet, instead of sending forms everywhere. A neat CV that clearly shows your TB, laboratory or field research work will matter a lot at this stage.
What is the Eligibility for JIPMER Project Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification and Experience
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist I (Non-medical) | Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH) from a recognised University / Institution |
| Project Technical Support III (MSW) | Postgraduate degree in Social Work or Sociology or any other relevant discipline |
| Scientist B | PhD in Life Sciences from a recognised University |
| Program Manager | M.Sc. in Life Sciences, Public Health, Health Sciences, Management or a related research discipline, with at least 6 years of research experience in project coordination / management, including at least 3 years in TB research |
| Project Technical Officer | Three-year Graduate degree in Life Sciences with three years of work experience in the relevant field |
Most posts need a post graduate degree, so check your own row carefully. The notice also lists “desirable” skills, which add value but are not compulsory:
| Post | Desirable (Not Compulsory) |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist I | PhD in Life Sciences, biorepository and LIMS experience, lab skills like flow cytometry, QPCR, ELISA, cell culture, publications, GCP / GLP training, computer skills |
| Project Technical Support III | Graduate in Social Work / Sociology with 3 years of experience, NTEP work, speaking, reading and writing Tamil and English, TB research experience |
| Scientist B | Biorepository and LIMS experience, lab skills, publications, data analysis, GCP / GLP and ethics training |
| Program Manager | PhD with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience, multicentric project coordination, MS Office, data management and scientific writing |
| Project Technical Officer | PG in MLT / Life Sciences, lab techniques including PBMC isolation, handling infectious material, computer and data entry skills |
Your experience must be gained after the essential qualification, and it should be in a relevant field and a reputed institution. Experience from before your degree will not help you.
Age Limit
Age is counted as on the last date of receipt of applications (17 October 2026).
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist I (Non-medical) | 35 years |
| Project Technical Support III (MSW) | 40 years |
| Scientist B | 40 years |
| Program Manager | 45 years |
| Project Technical Officer | 35 years |
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The notice says age relaxation may be granted to deserving candidates who have worked in Government-funded research projects. It does not list any category-wise relaxation, so do not assume the usual SC / ST / OBC years apply here.
What is the Salary for JIPMER Project Posts 2026?
The pay is a consolidated monthly amount, not a pay level.
| Post | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist I (Non-medical) | Rs 56,000 + 20% HRA |
| Project Technical Support III (MSW) | Rs 28,000 + 20% HRA |
| Scientist B | Rs 55,680 (no other allowances) |
| Program Manager | Rs 94,995 (no other allowances) |
| Project Technical Officer | Rs 36,450 (no other allowances) |
Only the first two posts get HRA on top. The notice also says the consolidated salary may vary from time to time, and no other allowance or facility will be given apart from it.
| Post | Likely Duration |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist I, Project Technical Support III, Program Manager | 2 years |
| Scientist B | 1 year |
| Project Technical Officer | Up to 30/09/2027 |
Remember, these are project jobs. The contract ends with the project and its funding, so treat this as strong research experience for your CV rather than a permanent government job.
What is the Selection Process for JIPMER Project Recruitment 2026?
JIPMER will first shortlist candidates using the application, CV and documentary proof. The list of eligible candidates will also be displayed on the JIPMER website.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Based on application form, CV and documents |
| Written Test | For shortlisted candidates |
| Skill Test | After the written test |
| Interview | In person or by video call, at the Principal Investigator’s choice |
If few candidates are shortlisted, a direct interview will be held instead. The final selection is based on CV, application and written test / interview, and the decision of the Project Investigator is final. If you get a video interview, arranging a device with camera, audio and a good internet connection is your own responsibility. Revise your subject basics with our preparation tips before 23 October.
How to Apply for JIPMER Project Recruitment 2026 by Email?
This is an email application. There is no online form to fill on a portal.
- Visit the official JIPMER website (link in Essential Links below) and get the prescribed application form for this advertisement.
- Fill the form fully for one post only. Keep a valid email ID and mobile number ready, as both are compulsory.
- Scan the filled form, your CV and all supporting certificates together into one PDF.
- Name the PDF as Candidate name_Post-name_year_application (for example, James_DEO_2023_application).
- Email it to recruitment.indoustb@gmail.com and write the name of the post in the subject line.
- Send it before 17 October 2026, 1.00 pm, and keep a copy of your sent email.
Applying for two or more posts? Fill a separate form for each post and send each one in a separate email. Do not send only your CV, because applications with a CV alone and no prescribed form and certificates will be rejected.
The notice calls the form “attached”, but the 7-page advertisement file we have does not contain the form itself. Please collect it from the JIPMER website before you apply.
What are the Important Dates for JIPMER Project Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 05 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Email Application | 17 October 2026 (1.00 pm) |
| Interview Date | 23 October 2026 |
There are only six days between the last date and the interview date. Keep your original certificates, ID proof and a printed copy of your application ready from now, so you are not rushing if the call comes.
Is There Any Application Fee for JIPMER Project Posts 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | Not mentioned in the notification |
The advertisement does not mention any application fee or payment mode. If the JIPMER website asks for a fee later, follow that.
Which Mistakes Can Get Your JIPMER Project Application Rejected?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Wrong format | Applications not in the prescribed format will not be processed or accepted |
| Incomplete form | Incomplete applications, and those not meeting the essential criteria, are likely to be summarily rejected |
| CV only | Applications with CV alone, without the prescribed form and certificates, will be rejected |
| False information | Wrong or false information, or canvassing of any kind, leads to disqualification, or termination if found after joining |
| Many applications | If applications are very many, stricter criteria may be used to decide eligibility |
| Shortlisting | Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the written test and / or interview |
| Changes allowed | Qualification, experience and other terms may be relaxed or altered at the Principal Investigator’s discretion |
| Contract only | No claim to any regular post in JIPMER; the job lasts only for the project and its funding |
| Tenure | The engagement may be extended or curtailed at the Project Investigator’s discretion |
| Travel | No TA / DA will be paid for attending the interview |
JIPMER Project Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Download JIPMER Project Recruitment 2026 Detailed Advertisement PDF
- Visit JIPMER Project Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Puducherry Govt Jobs
These JIPMER project posts give you real research experience in TB work at a top national institute, and that counts a lot for your next job. The window is very short, so prepare your one-PDF file today and email it well before 17 October 2026, 1.00 pm. Keep checking GovtJobsAlert.in and our Puducherry job updates for more openings like this. All the best!